nonplaying

English

Etymology

From non- +‎ playing.

Adjective

nonplaying (not comparable)

1. (sports) Not playing, or not part of play
   • 2009 February 9, Howard Beck, “Roy’s Layup at Buzzer Nullifies Knicks’ Gains”, in New York Times‎:

     He spent his nonplaying minutes laying in front of the Knicks’ bench.